Agreed. He may not have delivered everything he promised, and Tesla may still flop, but he has had some success in taking risks with developing technologies.
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I don't see how he could not be seen as a success with the net wealth he possesses. He is worth infinitely more than 99% of humans on Earth and has contributed a decent amount to different industries. I think he has to be seen as a success.
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